Head and neck tumors in children. The role of the questionnaire in detecting the frequency of tumors in children

Abstract

Head and neck tumors in children. The role of the questionnaire in detecting the frequency of tumors in children. Children have differences in their physiology, anatomy and they are continuing to grow and develop. The management of pathology, trauma, deformity and upper airway obstruction in the young growing patient has to take into account these factors in the treatment planning for these conditions. It is important for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons to understand the potential impact of disease or injury on the developing facial skeleton and dentition. This aticle provide an overview of the some of the major components and special tumors of pediatric maxillofacial surgery and their management.